Parks and Recreation Aide

SUMMARY

The Parks and Recreation Aide will be assisting the Parks and Recreation Director and Coordinator with programs and activities scheduled by Parks and Recreation tailored to the community. This position will provide support by assisting with administrative tasks, logistics, and other department operations as needed. This is a Part-Time position that doesn’t exceed 25 hours per week.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

·        Assist with all programs, activities, and events organized by the department.

·        Assist with customer service, inventories, setups, and teardowns, facility, and equipment maintenance.  

·        Helps with sports, arts, and recreation programs to ensure that activities and events are available for the community.

·        Helps develop art-based programs, managing equipment and supplies

·        Guides participants in creative arts and crafts activities, providing instruction, organizing groups, and ensuring a safe and engaging environment.

·        Provides clear and engaging instruction in various artistic techniques, such as painting, drawing, beading, etc.

·        Data entry, record-keeping, preparing reports, and coordinating logistics.

·        Providing information about programs, assisting clients, and observing and reporting concerns.

·        Typing letters and reports as may be required from time to time

·        Assisting in the planning and overseeing significant events

·        Maintaining facilities and equipment in a clean, safe, and secure manner.

·        Assist with other recreation programs and community events, as requested.

·        Other duties as assigned.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

·        Proficiency in the specific area of art and craft specialty, with the ability to demonstrate techniques effectively.

·        Knowledge of recreation and Arts program administration and delivery.

·        Effective verbal, written, and listening communication skills.

·        Possess cultural awareness and sensitivity

·        Must be able to lift at least 50 lbs.

·        Must be able to walk, stand for long periods, repetitive stooping and bending, or kneeling.

·        Demonstrate a dedication to the position and the Tribal community

·        Ability to work occasional weekends and irregular schedules as needed

QUALIFICATIONS

·        Must be energetic, organized, apply good judgment, and have a genuine interest in the Cocopah community

·        First Aid /CPR Certification or willingness to obtain.

·        Food Handler’s Card or willingness to obtain.

·        Must have an Arizona Driver’s license

·        Must pass DPS/FBI fingerprint background investigation; felonies or 2 misdemeanors are an automatic disqualification.

·        Applicant must be age 18 or older at the time of hire.

EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE

·        High school diploma or equivalent

·        2 years of experience in recreation/sports work or experience in a related field.

NATIVE AMERICAN AND CURRENT EMPLOYEE EMPLOYMENT PREFERENCE POLICY IS APPLICABLE TO ALL POSITIONS. MUST BE ABLE TO PASS PRE-EMPLOYMENT AND ALL POSITIONS ARE SUBJECT TO ONGOING RANDOM DRUG/ALCOHOL TESTING.